Loretto, MN Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 670 (0% urban, 100% rural). >Population change since 2000: +17.5%

Population (male): 323

Median Age: 37.3 years

Poverty (breakdown):

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (45.3%), Norwegian (11.3%), Scandinavian (5.3%), American (5.0%), Swedish (5.0%), Irish (4.3%).

Land Area: 0.29 square miles.

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $78,435 (it was $54,375 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $42,098 (it was $27,443 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $292,240 (it was $150,000 in 2000) Loretto:$292,240MN:$224,000

Races:
      White alone - 635 - 97.7%
      Hispanic - 8 - 1.2%
      Two or more races - 5 - 0.8%
      Black alone - 2 - 0.3%

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Recognitions and Certifications

Accredited Drug Testing has been recognized as one of the "Top 10 drug testing companies" for excellent customer service and we have received TPA Accreditation from the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association. We are active in all drug testing industry associations and our staff are trained and certified as drug and alcohol testing specialists.

Important Links

National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

Alcohol Testing Loretto, MN

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Alcohol Testing Loretto, MN

Accredited Drug Testing provides alcohol testing at testing centers located in Loretto, MN and the surrounding areas. Alcohol testing is available for DOT and non DOT purposes and Court Ordered requirements. Testing methods include breath alcohol (BAC), urine, oral saliva and hair testing. Same day service is available at our Loretto, MN locations and most Loretto, MN alcohol testing centers are within minutes of your home or office.

Alcohol Testing is administered for court ordered (ETG), DOT and Non-DOT testing including random selection, reasonable suspicion, post-accident testing and other reason an employer or individual may need an Alcohol Test.

9000 Walnut St 6.1 miles

9000 Walnut St
Rockford, MN 55373
Categories: Rockford MN

2855 CAMPUS DR STE 400 9.5 miles

2855 CAMPUS DR STE 400
PLYMOUTH, MN 55441
Categories: PLYMOUTH MN

7840 VINEWOOD LN 9.6 miles

7840 VINEWOOD LN
MAPLE GROVE, MN 55369
Categories: MAPLE GROVE MN

21395 JOHN MILLESS DR 10.4 miles

21395 JOHN MILLESS DR
ROGERS, MN 55374
Categories: ROGERS MN

400 CENTRAL AVE E STE 20 10.8 miles

400 CENTRAL AVE E STE 20
SAINT MICHAEL, MN 55376
Categories: SAINT MICHAEL MN

4345 NATHAN LN N STE G 11.2 miles

4345 NATHAN LN N STE G
PLYMOUTH, MN 55442
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2000 PLYMOUTH RD STE 100 11.3 miles

2000 PLYMOUTH RD STE 100
MINNETONKA, MN 55305
Categories: MINNETONKA MN

1700 HIGHWAY 25 N 12.4 miles

1700 HIGHWAY 25 N
BUFFALO, MN 55313
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4221 WINNETKA AVE N 12.5 miles

4221 WINNETKA AVE N
NEW HOPE, MN 55428
Categories: NEW HOPE MN

701 DECATUR AVE N STE 101 12.8 miles

701 DECATUR AVE N STE 101
GOLDEN VALLEY, MN 55427
Categories: GOLDEN VALLEY MN

8301 GOLDEN VALLEY RD STE 100 13.1 miles

8301 GOLDEN VALLEY RD STE 100
GOLDEN VALLEY, MN 55427
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9201 WYOMING AVE N 13.2 miles

9201 WYOMING AVE N
BROOKLYN PARK, MN 55445
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2300 NEVADA AVE N 13.3 miles

2300 NEVADA AVE N
GOLDEN VALLEY, MN 55427
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6551 Jansen Avenue NE Ste 102 13.5 miles

6551 Jansen Avenue NE Ste 102
Albertville, MN 55301
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10000 ZANE AVE N 14.0 miles

10000 ZANE AVE N
BROOKLYN PARK, MN 55443
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5685 DULUTH ST 14.4 miles

5685 DULUTH ST
GOLDEN VALLEY, MN 55422
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7850 RIVERDALE DR NW STE D 14.6 miles

7850 RIVERDALE DR NW STE D
RAMSEY, MN 55303
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1008 COMMERCIAL DR STE 2B 14.7 miles

1008 COMMERCIAL DR STE 2B
BUFFALO, MN 55313
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4080 W BROADWAY AVE STE 200 14.7 miles

4080 W BROADWAY AVE STE 200
ROBBINSDALE, MN 55422
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303 CATLIN ST 15.1 miles

303 CATLIN ST
BUFFALO, MN 55313
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5100 GAMBLE DR STE 100 15.5 miles

5100 GAMBLE DR STE 100
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55416
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601 Jacob Lane 15.5 miles

601 Jacob Lane
Anoka, MN 55303
Categories: Anoka MN

2781 FREEWAY BLVD STE 120 15.7 miles

2781 FREEWAY BLVD STE 120
BROOKLYN CENTER, MN 55430
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2321 7TH AVE 16.1 miles

2321 7TH AVE
ANOKA, MN 55303
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3800 PARK NICOLLET BLVD 16.5 miles

3800 PARK NICOLLET BLVD
SAINT LOUIS PARK, MN 55416
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7475 FLYING CLOUD DR APT 557 16.8 miles

7475 FLYING CLOUD DR APT 557
EDEN PRARIE, MN 55344
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1580 WHITE OAK DR STE 100 17.3 miles

1580 WHITE OAK DR STE 100
CHASKA, MN 55318
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800 FREEPORT AVE NW 18.0 miles

800 FREEPORT AVE NW
ELK RIVER, MN 55330
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10000 QUINCE ST NW
COON RAPIDS, MN 55433
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1013 Hart Blvd 18.3 miles

1013 Hart Blvd
Monticello, MN 55362
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333 WASHINGTON AVE N STE 300 18.4 miles

333 WASHINGTON AVE N STE 300
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55401
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9055 SPRINGBROOK DR NW 18.5 miles

9055 SPRINGBROOK DR NW
COON RAPIDS, MN 55433
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825 NICOLLET MALL, STE 406 18.5 miles

825 NICOLLET MALL, STE 406
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55402
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119 W 4TH ST STE 3 18.6 miles

119 W 4TH ST STE 3
CHASKA, MN 55318
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480 OSBORNE RD NE STE 400 18.7 miles

480 OSBORNE RD NE STE 400
FRIDLEY, MN 55432
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550 OSBORNE RD NE 18.8 miles

550 OSBORNE RD NE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55432
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7675 MADISON ST NE 18.9 miles

7675 MADISON ST NE
FRIDLEY, MN 55432
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4000 CENTRAL AVE NE 19.0 miles

4000 CENTRAL AVE NE
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MN 55421
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6545 FRANCE AVE S STE 641 19.1 miles

6545 FRANCE AVE S STE 641
EDINA, MN 55435
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9358 ENSIGN AVE S STE C 19.2 miles

9358 ENSIGN AVE S STE C
BLOOMINGTON, MN 55438
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6515 BARRIE RD 19.2 miles

6515 BARRIE RD
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55435
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6525 France Ave. Ste320, 19.4 miles

6525 France Ave. Ste320,
Edina, MN 55435
Categories: Edina MN

2925 Chicago Ave 19.7 miles

2925 Chicago Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55407
Categories: Minneapolis MN

2220 RIVERSIDE AVE 20.2 miles

2220 RIVERSIDE AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55454
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10190 BALTIMORE ST NE STE 100 20.8 miles

10190 BALTIMORE ST NE STE 100
BLAINE, MN 55449
Categories: BLAINE MN

6944 NICOLLET AVE 21.3 miles

6944 NICOLLET AVE
RICHFIELD, MN 55423
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5001 AMERICAN BLVD W STE 945 SOUTHGATE BLDG 21.4 miles

5001 AMERICAN BLVD W STE 945 SOUTHGATE BLDG
BLOOMINGTON, MN 55437
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600 County Road D West, Suite 11 21.6 miles

600 County Road D West, Suite 11
New Brighton, MN 55112
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402 WEST COUNTY ROAD D 21.7 miles

402 WEST COUNTY ROAD D
NEW BRIGHTON, MN 55112
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12175 ABERDEEN ST NE 21.8 miles

12175 ABERDEEN ST NE
BLAINE, MN 55449
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1661 SAINT ANTHONY AVE FL 2 21.8 miles

1661 SAINT ANTHONY AVE FL 2
SAINT PAUL, MN 55104
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2331 108TH LN NE 22.0 miles

2331 108TH LN NE
BLAINE, MN 55449
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city1, SC 55555
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Jung-gu Dong-in 2ga 222-1 3rd floor Daegu 23.2 miles

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ROK, MO 55555
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17 Middlewoods Way Barnsley 23.2 miles

17 Middlewoods Way Barnsley
South Yorkshire, MO 55555
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Haknamro 17Gil 20-16 Hite Vil 3rd Floor, Apt #301 23.2 miles

Haknamro 17Gil 20-16 Hite Vil 3rd Floor, Apt #301
Daegu Buk-gu South Korea, MO 55555
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10th Floor, No 34 Nanking East Road, Section 1 23.2 miles

10th Floor, No 34 Nanking East Road, Section 1
Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C., MO 55555
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Menara Prima 2nd Floor 23.2 miles

Menara Prima 2nd Floor
Jakarta Indonesia, MO 55555
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110 Venezuela Str, - 6th Fl. - Suite A Capital Federal - zip 1095 23.2 miles

110 Venezuela Str, - 6th Fl. - Suite A Capital Federal - zip 1095
Buenos Aires, MO 55555
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Via X Ottobre, 89 96011 Augusta 23.2 miles

Via X Ottobre, 89 96011 Augusta
Italy, MO 55555
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9 Orabi Square Al-Manshia 23.2 miles

9 Orabi Square Al-Manshia
Alexandria, MO 55555
Categories: Alexandria MO

3 Shenton Way#02-09 Shenton House 23.2 miles

3 Shenton Way#02-09 Shenton House
Singapore 068805, MO 55555
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5001 Beach Road 08-09 Golden Mile Complex 23.2 miles

5001 Beach Road 08-09 Golden Mile Complex
Singapore, MO 55555
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74 McCoy street Myaree 23.2 miles

74 McCoy street Myaree
Western Australia, KS 55555
Categories: Western Australia KS

Curacao International Airport 23.2 miles

Curacao International Airport
Curacao, KS 55555
Categories: Curacao KS

Via Epomeo 481 Naples 23.2 miles

Via Epomeo 481 Naples
Italy 80126, KS 55555
Categories: Italy 80126 KS

6a avenida 7-90 zona 10 Guatemala 23.2 miles

6a avenida 7-90 zona 10 Guatemala
Guatemala C A, KS 55555
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Place D?Herchies 13 Herchies 23.2 miles

Place D?Herchies 13 Herchies
Belgium 7050, KS 55555
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Theodorenstrasse 14a Wiesbaden 23.2 miles

Theodorenstrasse 14a Wiesbaden
German 61589, KS 55555
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Mangaf Block 2 Street 24 Bldg 4 Apartment 4 Elite Residence 2 23.2 miles

Mangaf Block 2 Street 24 Bldg 4 Apartment 4 Elite Residence 2
Camp Arifjan Kuwait, KS 55555
Categories: Camp Arifjan Kuwait KS

Calle 94 No. 15-45 Bogota 23.2 miles

Calle 94 No. 15-45 Bogota
Colombia, KS 55555
Categories: Colombia KS

America Kaigun Hario Jyuutaku 5022 C Newport Lane 4057 27 Egami Cho 23.2 miles

America Kaigun Hario Jyuutaku 5022 C Newport Lane 4057 27 Egami Cho
Sasebo Nagasaki Japan 8593244, KS 55555
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5-15 Fujiwara cho Sasebo city, Nagasaki Ken 23.2 miles

5-15 Fujiwara cho Sasebo city, Nagasaki Ken
Japan 857-0832, KS 55555
Categories: Japan 857-0832 KS

Jataro Ind ISAF-Camp KAIA North 100 Kabul 23.2 miles

Jataro Ind ISAF-Camp KAIA North 100 Kabul
Afghanistan, KS 55555
Categories: Afghanistan KS

Hajvali KM 7 Pristina 23.2 miles

Hajvali KM 7 Pristina
Kosovo 10000, KS 55555
Categories: Kosovo 10000 KS

10 Rue Royale Paris 23.2 miles

10 Rue Royale Paris
France 75008, KS 55555
Categories: France 75008 KS

2-45-1 Aragusuku Melon Rumie-ru Apt 206 Ginowan City Okinawa 23.2 miles

2-45-1 Aragusuku Melon Rumie-ru Apt 206 Ginowan City Okinawa
Japan 901-2201, KS 55555
Categories: Japan 901-2201 KS

Harbour Quay, 100 Preston?s Road London 23.2 miles

Harbour Quay, 100 Preston?s Road London
United Kingdom E149PH, KS 55555
Categories: United Kingdom E149PH KS

24 Gaston St. Lange Park Chaguanas 23.2 miles

24 Gaston St. Lange Park Chaguanas
Trinidad and Tobago 500702, KS 55555
Categories: Trinidad and Tobago 500702 KS

Yamaguchi-ken Iwakuni-shi, Monzen-cho 5 chome 23.2 miles

Yamaguchi-ken Iwakuni-shi, Monzen-cho 5 chome
Kanrichi 962-A Japan 740-0031, KS 55555
Categories: Kanrichi 962-A Japan 740-0031 KS

1-3-5 Takahara, Shima Heights Apt. #1 23.2 miles

1-3-5 Takahara, Shima Heights Apt. #1
Okinawa City Japan, KS 55555
Categories: Okinawa City Japan KS

Rue De la Baille #39 23.2 miles

Rue De la Baille #39
Lens Belgium 7870, KS 55555
Categories: Lens Belgium 7870 KS

Schott Bldg, Drummond Rd Astonfields Ind Est 23.2 miles

Schott Bldg, Drummond Rd Astonfields Ind Est
Stafford, KS 55555
Categories: Stafford KS

2626 E 82ND ST ste 105 23.4 miles

2626 E 82ND ST ste 105
BLOOMINGTON, MN 55425
Categories: BLOOMINGTON MN

2233 HAMLINE AVE N STE 130 23.6 miles

2233 HAMLINE AVE N STE 130
ROSEVILLE, MN 55113
Categories: ROSEVILLE MN

1835 COUNTY ROAD C W STE 41 23.8 miles

1835 COUNTY ROAD C W STE 41
SAINT PAUL, MN 55113
Categories: SAINT PAUL MN

1955 COUNTY ROAD B2 W 23.8 miles

1955 COUNTY ROAD B2 W
ROSEVILLE, MN 55113
Categories: ROSEVILLE MN

1835 COUNTY ROAD C W 23.8 miles

1835 COUNTY ROAD C W
ROSEVILLE, MN 55113
Categories: ROSEVILLE MN

7550 34TH AVE S 24.0 miles

7550 34TH AVE S
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55450
Categories: MINNEAPOLIS MN

2716 EAST 82ND ST 24.0 miles

2716 EAST 82ND ST
BLOOMINGTON, MN 55425
Categories: BLOOMINGTON MN

393 DUNLAP ST N STE 120 CENTRAL MEDICAL MIDWAY BLDG 24.0 miles

393 DUNLAP ST N STE 120 CENTRAL MEDICAL MIDWAY BLDG
SAINT PAUL, MN 55104
Categories: SAINT PAUL MN

570 Asbury St, Ste 101 Hamline Park Plaza 24.0 miles

570 Asbury St, Ste 101 Hamline Park Plaza
St Paul, MN 55104
Categories: St Paul MN

4135 HIGHWAY 13 W 24.2 miles

4135 HIGHWAY 13 W
SAVAGE, MN 55378
Categories: SAVAGE MN

6001 EGAN DR STE 120 24.3 miles

6001 EGAN DR STE 120
SAVAGE, MN 55378
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1141 UNIVERSITY AVE W 24.8 miles

1141 UNIVERSITY AVE W
SAINT PAUL, MN 55104
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Alcohol Detection Periods

Breath Alcohol

Current / Immediate

ETG - Urine

80 Hours

Standard Urine

1 - 2 Days

Whether you want to detect current alcohol impairment, recent alcohol consumption, or alcohol usage within the past 3 days, Accredited Drug Testing offers the testing services that fit your needs.

Alcohol tests are administered for a variety of different reasons and greatly differ from drug tests. Drug tests (those that analyze samples of hair and urine) attempt to detect usage of illegal drugs over a lengthy time period, generally ranging from a week to several months. However, alcohol tests are aimed at detecting consumption of a legal - though regulated - substance within a much shorter timeframe. Rather than testing for past usage, an alcohol drug test will register only the immediate presence of alcohol in the human body.

Breath Alcohol Drug Test

Otherwise known as a breathalyzer, Breath Alcohol Test (BATs) make frequent appearances in sitcoms and crime shows. That is because they are quite commonly used given that the test is easy to administer and provides nearly instantaneous results. Police officers rely on breathalyzer exams to detect when drivers are on the road and above the legal alcohol limit. Because BATs provide only a current-moment snapshot of the body's blood alcohol content, they should only be administered when someone is required to be sober at the current time. Such cases would include driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery.

Accredited Drug Testing centers are dedicated to providing accurate results every time. For that reason, our certified staff only administers DOT-approved Evidential Breath Testing devices (EBTs). Procedures are meticulously controlled to ensure that all results are admissible in a court of law.

DOT only permits a breath alcohol test. Urine alcohol tests are not permitted by the Department of Transportation. Therefore, a DOT regulated employee would take a 5 panel DOT urine test but only a breath alcohol test if required.

Urine Alcohol Drug Test Finally, for rare cases an EtG exam will be administered to determine if alcohol has been consumed over a 5 day period. EtGs are typically reserved for individuals undergoing a court-ordered sobriety or alcohol rehabilitation program.

Saliva / Oral Fluid Alcohol Test

Accredited Drug Testing also offers a saliva specimen alcohol test in addition, to breath and urine testing. Oral fluid alcohol test can provide immediate results or if requested can be sent to certified laboratory for analysis

Confidential alcohol drug tests can be conducted at any location utilizing the Accredited Drug Testing mobile on-site program service.

Scheduling a drug, alcohol or any testing service is simple and easy, Call (800)221-4291) or click below to order online 24/7.

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Drug and alcohol testing services are provided for all needs including employment, DOT, court ordered, school, personal and are available for both individuals and employers.

Accredited Drug Testing Inc, offers 5, 10 and 12 panel drug test screenings utilizing urine, hair, blood and oral fluids/saliva. Alcohol testing is available for breath alcohol, standard urine and ETG testing.

Our laboratories are SAMHSA certified and all tests results are verified by our in house licensed physicians who serve as Medical Review Officers.

On the road or on vacation, no worries, Accredited Drug Testing has testing centers in all cities Nationwide and we can schedule your test, ANYWHERE, ANYTIME!

Department of Transportation (DOT)

If you are DOT regulated company or an individual employed in a safety sensitive position, Accredited Drug Testing Inc offers certified DOT drug and alcohol testing and other DOT required services for FMCSA, FTA, FRA, PHMSA, USCG and FAA.

Accredited Drug Testing also provides a DOT random testing consortium, DOT drug policy for employers and DOT physicals.

Drug Free Workplace

Many States encourage employers to be a drug free workplace and several States provide a discount on workers compensation premiums, if the business owner is certified as a drug free workplace and the drug testing program complies with State law.

We Come To You! On-site/mobile drug testing is also available for employers when you need to save time and money, we provide on-site drug testing for construction sites, road side accidents, hospitals, schools or any on-site drug testing need.

Our alcohol testing Loretto, MN centers recognize that needing a drug, alcohol or occupational health test can be at times stressful. Accredited Drug Testing takes the stress out of a stressful situation.

Our drug testing Loretto, MN locations have trained and certified professional drug testing specialists and our alcohol testing Loretto, MN centers and staff are committed to providing courteous, helpful and professional assistance.

Please be aware that testing locations do not accept any form of payment and require a test registration donor pass to administer a drug, alcohol, or any other type of test. You must call (800) 221-4291 to register for a test or you may register online, no appointment is needed, but a test registration form is required.

Handy Resources

Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

    Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.

  2. FDA: Drug Testing

    Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.

  3. PDR.net

    Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.

  4. BeSafeRx - FDA

    Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.

  5. SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

    Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.

  6. Drugs.com

    Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.

  7. Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

    Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.

  8. Merck Manuals

    Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.

  9. SAMHSA Store

    Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.

  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

    Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.

  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

    CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.

  12. Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

    General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.

  13. MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

    Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.

  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

    Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.

  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

    International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.

  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

    Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.

  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

    Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.

  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

    Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.

AI Overview

Alcohol Testing

Alcohol testing is a procedure used to measure an individual's blood alcohol content (BAC) or detect the presence of alcohol in the body. This testing is crucial in various contexts, including law enforcement, workplace safety, and medical screening. For consumers, understanding the available methods and their specific uses can help in making informed decisions about alcohol testing.

Methods of Alcohol Testing

  • Breathalyzer Tests: These are the most common form of alcohol testing, especially used by law enforcement. They measure the alcohol content in the breath, which correlates with blood alcohol levels.
  • Blood Tests: Considered the most accurate method, blood tests directly measure the alcohol concentration in the bloodstream. However, they require professional medical personnel to collect the blood sample.
  • Urine Tests: Urine tests are less commonly used for alcohol because of their less accurate representation of current blood alcohol levels but can detect alcohol consumption up to 24 hours after intake.
  • Saliva Tests: These tests are less invasive and can detect the presence of alcohol in the saliva, which is a good approximation of BAC.

Applications of Alcohol Testing

Alcohol testing is used in several key areas:

  1. Law Enforcement: To enforce drinking and driving laws and ensure public safety.
  2. Workplace Safety: In industries where operating heavy machinery or driving is involved, employers use alcohol testing to ensure a safe work environment.
  3. Health Monitoring: Medical professionals may require alcohol testing for patients undergoing treatment for alcohol use disorder or monitoring those with specific health conditions.

Advantages of Alcohol Testing

Alcohol testing offers several benefits:

  • Prevention of Accidents: It helps in reducing the risk of accidents associated with alcohol consumption, especially in driving and workplace scenarios.
  • Health and Safety Compliance: It ensures compliance with health and safety regulations, particularly in work environments.
  • Support for Recovery Programs: Regular testing can support individuals in recovery programs by holding them accountable and encouraging sobriety.

Limitations of Alcohol Testing

Despite its benefits, alcohol testing has limitations:

  • Variability in Accuracy: Some methods, like breathalyzers, can sometimes give false positives due to factors like diet, medical conditions, or even certain medications.
  • Invasiveness: Some methods, particularly blood tests, are invasive and require professional handling.
  • Privacy Concerns: The necessity to disclose personal consumption habits can raise privacy issues, especially in employment contexts.

In conclusion, alcohol testing plays a critical role in law enforcement, workplace safety, and health care. While it offers numerous benefits in promoting safety and health standards, awareness of its limitations and appropriate use is essential for achieving accurate and reliable results.

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Local Area Info: Loretto, Minnesota

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.29 square miles (0.75 km2), all of it land. County Roads 11 and 19 are two of the main routes. Nearby places include Medina, Maple Plain, Independence, Greenfield, and Corcoran.

Loretto was founded in 1886, and settled by German and Dutch immigrants. Loretto was named for a Roman Catholic mission for refugees of the Huron Indians near Quebec, Canada, named Lorette. The original source of the name is Loreto, a small town in Italy, which has a noted shrine of pilgrimage.

In 2010, Loretto elected Kent Koch as its mayor. Koch was the starting second baseman on the St. Cloud State University baseball team, and is believed to be the only college student in the country who is also a mayor.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 670 (0% urban, 100% rural). >Population change since 2000: +17.5%

Population (male): 323

Median Age: 37.3 years

Poverty (breakdown):

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (45.3%), Norwegian (11.3%), Scandinavian (5.3%), American (5.0%), Swedish (5.0%), Irish (4.3%).

Land Area: 0.29 square miles.

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $78,435 (it was $54,375 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $42,098 (it was $27,443 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $292,240 (it was $150,000 in 2000) Loretto:$292,240MN:$224,000

Races:
      White alone - 635 - 97.7%
      Hispanic - 8 - 1.2%
      Two or more races - 5 - 0.8%
      Black alone - 2 - 0.3%

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